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Premiere Career College
Irwindale, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 12901 Ramona Blvd, Irwindale, CA 91706 · Phone: (626) 814-2080 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Premiere Career College is a private for-profit trade school in Irwindale, California offering surgical technologist and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Premiere Career College has a 52.0% completion rate, below the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $15,188 and median earnings of $41,270 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Premiere Career College is $32,314, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 81.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgical technologists | $49,140 | $81,310 | $99,260 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 40 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | $17,091 | $26,353 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Premiere Career College is a private for-profit trade school in Irwindale, California, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and eligible for federal financial aid (Title IV). The campus's most awarded programs are surgical technologist programs (40 completions) and medical assistant programs (9 completions), placing it in the surgical-tech and medical-assistant program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 52.0%, which is below the state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $15,188, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,270. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $32,314, and 81.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a largely low-income student population. These figures are per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Given its focus on surgical technology and medical assisting, this campus appears geared toward short, career-focused clinical training rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit adult career-changers seeking a direct path into healthcare support roles — though program length itself is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review the College Scorecard for updated outcome figures before enrolling. Contacting the school directly can clarify admissions requirements, schedules, and any details not captured in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Premiere Career College's most awarded programs are surgical technologist programs (40 completions) and medical assistant programs (9 completions), within the surgical-tech and medical-assistant program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 81.1% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 52.0%, which is below the state average of 64.2%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $15,188, per the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $41,270.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported cost of attendance is $32,314 per year.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Premiere Career College is a private for-profit school; control type can affect cost, aid packaging, and institutional priorities, so applicants may want to compare programs across school types.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (626) 814-2080 or via https://www.premierecollege.edu/ for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review official outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?416458.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on surgical technology and medical assisting suggests short, career-focused clinical training, which may appeal to career-changers, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Premiere Career College at (626) 814-2080 or through its website, https://www.premierecollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not provide direct comparisons to other nearby schools; prospective students can use the College Scorecard to look up similar surgical technology or medical assistant programs in the area.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.